Amber Smoke GABA Oolong – TTES No. 17 Bai Lu

Amber Smoke is a Thai GABA oolong made from TTES No. 17 Bai Lu (白鷺, White Egret), a Taiwanese-developed tea cultivar now grown in Northern Thailand. Careful oxidation and GABA processing build a deep, layered cup while preserving the cultivar’s aromatic character.

Tasting notes

• Peat smoke and warm wood
• Fermented pear and dark fruit
• Mineral sweetness
• Long, wine-like finish

The liquor is full and smooth, with a smoky opening that develops into ripe fruit and lingering sweetness across repeated infusions.

Brewing guide

Gongfu: Use 5–6 g per 100 ml at 95°C. Begin with a short rinse, then steep for 15–20 seconds and increase gradually.

Western: Use 3–4 g per 250 ml at 90–95°C for 2–3 minutes.

Organically grown, not certified organic.